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Whether you’re planning a device refresh, reviewing suppliers, or simply exploring your options, these resources are here to make procurement simpler, clearer, and easier to manage.
Procurement Act essentials for schools
IT Support Buyer’s Guide for Schools
Sustainable ICT Procurement for Schools
The School ICT Summer Readiness Guide
Refurbished Devices for Schools
The Landline Switch-Off for Schools
Refurbished and Recycling Guide
Laptop, Chromebooks and tablet buying guide for schools
Cyber Security Checklist for Schools
Cyber Security FAQs
Desktop and Monitor Buying Guide for Schools
AI Policy Considerations
AV Screen Buying Guide for Schools
Print Buying Guide for Schools
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The national data spine: What it means for school ICT
Schools rely on accurate pupil information every day, from monitoring attendance and progress to coordinating safeguarding and SEND support. The challenge is that this information can often sit across several
Choosing the right route for your next school ICT purchase
When schools need to buy ICT, frameworks are often high on the list. They offer pre-approved suppliers, a quicker process and a clear route to compliance. In many cases, they
Procurement Act essentials for schools
Buying ICT for your school or trust starts with knowing what you need, what the full contract will cost and which procurement route fits. The Procurement Act 2023 brings requirements
Social value in school ICT contracts: Turning tender promises into measurable outcomes
A school’s ICT contract can create opportunities that reach beyond the classroom: a pupil’s first experience of the workplace, a digital skills session that helps families feel more confident online,
AI governance and the new Ofsted report card
Ofsted’s renewed education inspection framework has been in use since 10 November 2025. An updated inspection toolkit took effect on 7 September 2026. For state-funded schools in England, there are
What to include in a device refresh business case for governors and trustees
When you are building a case for refreshing devices across a school or trust, there can be a lot of technical, financial and operational information to bring together. A clear
Access practical resources to help schools and trusts make confident ICT decisions.
Whether you’re planning a device refresh, reviewing suppliers, or weighing up your options, these resources are here to make procurement simpler, clearer, and easier to manage.
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Laptop, Chromebooks and tablet buying guide
This guide outlines key considerations when selecting laptops, Chromebooks and tablets for schools. It explains which device types tend to work best in different contexts, from staff laptops and exam-ready devices to Chromebooks for cloud-based learning and tablets for younger pupils, SEND support and creative subjects.
Desktop and monitor buying guide
The key decisions schools should consider when planning desktop and monitor purchases. It covers matching device performance to specific roles, standardising equipment across a school or trust, planning device lifecycles, and selecting appropriate form factors and energy-efficient systems.
AV screen buying guide
A practical overview to help schools and Multi-Academy Trusts plan, buy and install AV screens with confidence. It covers key decisions such as screen size, interactive versus non-interactive displays, wall-mounted versus mobile options, connectivity requirements and audio considerations.
Print buying guide
This guide helps schools plan and procure printers, multifunction devices and managed print services with confidence. It explores how to assess printing needs across teaching, administrative and reprographics environments, and explains the difference between fully managed print services and simpler print solutions designed for smaller schools.
AI Policy
Schools and trusts are increasingly exploring how AI can support teaching and administration. Explore our AI policy guidance for schools to help ensure AI is used safely, transparently and in line with safeguarding and regulatory expectations.
Cyber Security FAQs
Cyber security is becoming a growing priority for schools and trusts as more systems and data move online. Explore our Cyber Security FAQs for schools to understand common threats, strengthen staff awareness and ensure your systems, data and backups are protected.
Cyber Security Checklist
Cyber threats against schools are increasing, making strong security processes essential. Use our Cyber Security Checklist for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts, to review leadership oversight, technical protection, staff training and incident response planning.
Refurbished and Recycling Guide
Schools and trusts are under pressure to stretch budgets, reduce environmental impact and dispose of old devices securely. Explore our practical guide to refurbished IT and recycling to see how schools and trusts can reuse devices safely, manage end-of-life hardware and stay compliant.
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